Ryan Holden

The Darkness of Thorne House (The Maplewood Horrors, #1) (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

The Darkness of Thorne House

Book 1 of the Maplewood Horrors Series

Discover this truly immersive, vivid, almost cinematic supernatural gothic horror thriller. It's evocative and dark. Inspired by old-school, bloodthirsty 80s horror, the sinister gore at the heart of this tale is pushed to the limit.

'Thorne House has finally been woken, and Evil has come home,'
The past never stays buried in the dark, eerie town of Maplewood, Maine. Thirty years ago, the Mayfield covenant of witches and warlocks ruled with unrelenting darkness, their grip on the town broken only by a brutal uprising led by the 'Secret Six' that left the coven deador so the townsfolk believed. But Thorne House, their lair of unspeakable horrors, has been waiting. And now, it's time for revenge has come.

With their rapidly evolving supernatural abilities and powers, Thorne House didn't bank on the 'Ashbourne Twins', Jenny and Nicholas. The twins' sixteenth birthday approaches fast, bringing about their first ascension to becoming a powerful witch and warlock. Unfortunately, the twins are none the wiser as mysterious and dangerous events wrapped in 'bloody' murders unfold, throwing their world into chaos and darkness. All because of a secret. One that begins with hiding their origins and their true family lineage. Living under the fake family name of 'Rickman'. Much like the past, secrets never stay buried.
The Rickman family arrives in Maplewood seeking a fresh start, but their sanctuary becomes a nightmare when they step into Thorne House. The house stirs, feeding on Jenny and preparing for the return of the Mayfield covenant, using the terrifying, demonic "Ferryman" to terrorise the town, taking souls to balance the scales with the underworld, paving the way for the horror to come. Hellbent on resurrecting a powerful and morally unhinged demon-warlock, Teddy Mayfield, to set the 'coven-ball' rolling.

As death strikes Maplewood with the gruesome murder of Kirsty Hollings, the town is made to fear the past returning to haunt their peaceful little town. Dangerous secrets slowly slither to the surface, forcing the original 'secret six' to make decisions that could sink or save the town. The Rickmans quickly realise they are at the centre of an unfolding nightmare, with Jenny and Nicholas' awakening powers tying them to the horrors of the house. Yet, they are not alone. Three brave teens join the twins, forming an unlikely alliance against the growing evil. Together, they must uncover the truth about the house, the Ferryman, and the terrifying agenda threatening their town.

Guided by their mysterious grandmother, Nanna Rickmanwhose connection to the supernatural runs deeper than she admitsthe twins face a horrifying realisation: their family's past is far darker than they ever imagined. The truth about their family name is forced into the open. Ashbourne has a long, powerful lineage steeped in history and of opposing evil.
As the house's hunger grows, the teens take on the 'new secret six' mantle, knowing they must rise to confront its evil or risk the town falling to the darkness that has waited decades to return. The fate of Maplewoodand the battle between light and shadowrests in their hands.

"The Darkness of Thorne House" is the gripping first instalment in The Maplewood Horrors Series. It blends supernatural suspense, chilling secrets, and a battle for survival. Perfect for Stephen King and Shirley Jackson fans, this haunting novel introduces a saga of terror, courage, and the enduring fight against evil.
The house is awake. The Ferryman is waiting. And 'the Ashbourne twins' are just the beginning.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Ryan Holden
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. Februar 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798224124671
• Artikelnr.: 69843160

Autorenporträt

My journey as a writer began years ago, kindled by an early fascination with English literature and language, a passion ignited during my GCSE studies. It was the timeless narrative of 'Of Mice and Men' that first captured my imagination, leading me down a path forever intertwined with storytelling.

As life unfolded, I explored various passions and embraced the responsibilities of adulthood. I navigated through life's complexities, finding joy and fulfilment in raising two wonderful sons. Now, as they step into their journeys, I've been graced with the opportunity to revisit my first love: writing.

My ambition is to craft immersive worlds that readers can lose themselves in, worlds where the lines between the supernatural, crime thrillers, and horror blur into an irresistible tapestry of intrigue and character-driven narratives. "Secrets in the Bones," my fourth novel, marks a significant milestone in my writing career. It represents not just another story but a venture outside my comfort zone, being the first work I've presented to agents and publishers.

With a treasure trove of stories waiting to be told, my journey as an author is far from over. I am currently immersed in writing "The Cursed Knights - the Book of the Dead," a foray deeper into the horror genre. Each new story is an adventure, an opportunity to explore the uncharted realms of imagination, and a chance to connect with readers who share my love for the mysterious and the macabre.